Influenza Outbreak Declared on Med/Surg Unit
November 14, 2025
In collaboration with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU), an Influenza outbreak has been declared on Stevenson Memorial Hospital’s (SMH) Medical/Surgical Unit.
All close contacts have been notified and enhanced cleaning has been implemented along with additional infection prevention and control measures, including additional influenza testing.
The Medical/Surgical inpatient unit is closed to visitors at this time, unless a designated/essential care partner has been determined as required or a patient is palliative. Wearing a mask is a requirement at all times in the unit, which will be provided by the hospital.